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    Nb

    Niobium

    Transition Metal

    Atomic Number: 41 • Atomic Mass: 92.9060 u • Period: 5 • Group: 5

    Electron Configuration: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰ 4p⁶ 5s¹ 4d⁴
    Phase: Solid
    Electronegativity: 1.6
    Zirconium (Zr)Molybdenum (Mo)
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    Overview

    Niobium is the chemical element with the symbol Nb and atomic number 41. It belongs to the Transition Metal group and is located in period 5 of the periodic table. It exists as a solid under standard conditions.

    Basic Information

    • Symbol:Nb
    • Atomic Number:41
    • Atomic Mass:92.9060 u
    • Group:5
    • Period:5
    • Category:Transition Metal
    • Phase at STP:Solid
    • Electronegativity:1.6 (Pauling scale)

    Key Facts

    Fun Fact #1

    Named after Niobe in Greek mythology

    Fun Fact #2

    Previously called Columbium

    Common Uses

    • Superconducting magnets
    • Jet engines
    • Welding